Arrow Construction uses Caldwell Dura-Mod DM24 spreader beam
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Arrow Construction Companies is using a 24-metric-ton Caldwell Dura-Mod DM24 modular spreader beam for below-the-hook lifting. Supplied by Superior Lifting Specialists with end fittings, drop links and spreader sections, the system can be configured for different lift plans instead of requiring a separate fixed beam for each span. The DM24 system covers spans from 3 to 24 feet, with capacity determined by the selected configuration and sling angle. Arrow says the components are compact and can be assembled by one person.
Modular beam adapts to different lift plans
The Caldwell Dura-Mod DM24 is a two-point modular spreader beam system with a maximum capacity of 24 metric tonnes. Spreader sections, end fittings, drop links and rigging hardware can be combined to configure the beam for different applications.
The system supports spans from 3 to 24 feet. The capacity depends on the beam span and sling angle, so the configuration must be selected for the requirements of each lift.
Arrow’s package includes two 1.5-foot DM24 end fittings, which connect the spreader to two DM-DL drop links. Two 6-foot spreader sections provide a 12-foot spread, while two additional 1-foot sections allow the beam to be configured for a 1-foot spread.
Compact components simplify transport and assembly
Arrow President Mike Wegener said the beam’s portability and ease of assembly were important for the company’s work. The components can be transported in the back of a six-foot truck and assembled by one person, without special forklift handling or additional crew.
“I like the ease of transport. The DM24 is really nice to put together with just one guy last minute,” Wegener said. He added that the interchangeable sections give Arrow flexibility across different picks.
Caldwell Regional Sales Manager Ryan Moen said the modular system lets users adapt equipment to changing lift plans without investing in multiple fixed-length beams. Components can be added as requirements change, while shorter sections can be palletized together to reduce shipping space and stored vertically to use warehouse space efficiently.
Distributor supplies beam and rigging components
Superior Lifting Specialists supplied Arrow’s Dura-Mod beam and supporting rigging components. President Salvatore Proite said the system’s adaptability, transport requirements and assembly process made it a suitable option for Arrow’s lifting applications.
The modular approach gives Arrow a beam system it can configure for different spread requirements, with components that can be transported and stored separately.
About Arrow Construction Companies
Arrow Family of Companies provides products, equipment and services for construction and roadwork. Its divisions include construction supply, equipment sales and rentals, equipment repair, asphalt services, pavement maintenance, road products and sports surfaces. The Dura-Mod DM24 adds configurable below-the-hook lifting equipment to Arrow’s construction operations.
View website: https://arrowfamilyofcompanies.com/
About The Caldwell Group
The Caldwell Group designs and manufactures below-the-hook lifting equipment and material handling products. Its range includes spreader beams, lifting devices, clamps, lifting points, load rotators and other standard and custom solutions. The Dura-Mod line uses modular sections and fittings to configure spreader systems for different lifting requirements.
View website: https://www.caldwellinc.com/
About Superior Lifting Specialists
Superior Lifting Specialists is a material handling and rigging supply company based in Wisconsin. It supplies lifting and rigging products, including shackles, slings, hoists and other equipment, and provides product guidance to customers. The company supplied Arrow’s Dura-Mod system and supporting rigging components.
View website: https://superiorliftingwi.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Caldwell Dura-Mod DM24?
The DM24 is a 24-metric-tonne spreader beam system. The usable capacity depends on the selected span and sling angle.
What span lengths can the DM24 be configured for?
The DM24 system is designed for spans from 3 to 24 feet. Arrow’s package includes sections for a 12-foot spread and a 1-foot configuration.
What components did Arrow receive with the beam?
Arrow received two 1.5-foot end fittings, two DM-DL drop links, two 6-foot spreader sections and two 1-foot spreader sections.
What does modular construction offer Arrow?
The sections and fittings can be combined for different lifting requirements, allowing Arrow to adjust the spread rather than rely on a separate fixed beam for each application. The components are also compact to transport and can be assembled by one person, according to Arrow President Mike Wegener.
